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L’OCCITANE Malaysia’s 7th Race for Vision Draws 3,000 Participants, Donates RM50,000 to Support Children’s Eye Health in Kelantan
Annual charity run champions eye health, visual inclusion, sustainability and community connection while funding a new Schoolchildren Refractive Error Intervention Programme
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2026 – L’OCCITANE Malaysia successfully hosted the 7th edition of Race for Vision, bringing together more than 3,000 participants in a nationwide movement championing eye health, inclusivity, sustainability and community connection.
The annual charity run donated RM50,000, which will fully fund the launch of the Schoolchildren Refractive Error Intervention Programme in Kelantan in partnership with Hospital Pakar Universiti Sains Malaysia. The initiative aims to help children with uncorrected vision problems gain access to eye care support, restoring confidence and ensuring they remain connected to their education and peers through better eyesight.
Since launching Race for Vision in 2018, L’OCCITANE Malaysia has grown the initiative into one of its most meaningful purpose-driven platforms. Together with its broader vision-related programmes, the brand has contributed RM1.75 million over 17 years in Malaysia, positively impacting nearly 100,000 lives through eye health, accessibility and community empowerment initiatives.
Key Highlights
- Over 3,000 participants joined the 7th edition of Race for Vision
- RM50,000 donated for children’s eye health in Kelantan
- RM1.75 million contributed by L’OCCITANE Malaysia over 17 years
- Nearly 100,000 lives impacted through vision-related initiatives
- Visually impaired participants ran alongside dedicated Sighted Guides
- 3,000 sustainable finisher medals handcrafted by OKU artisans
- 96kg of recycled beauty empties transformed into finisher medals
- Supported by Hospital Pakar Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysian Association for the Blind and Society of the Blind Malaysia
Crafting Life Ties Through Inclusion and Trust
More than a charity run, Race for Vision brought to life L’OCCITANE’s global purpose of Crafting Life Ties by creating meaningful moments of connection between sighted and visually impaired participants.
The event welcomed members of the visually impaired community from across Malaysia, including participants from the Malaysian Association for the Blind and Society of the Blind Malaysia, many of whom travelled significant distances to join the run.
Throughout the 5KM route, visually impaired runners completed the course alongside dedicated Sighted Guides, demonstrating the power of trust, accessibility and inclusion. What began as a race became a shared experience where participants moved forward together, regardless of ability.
Addressing participants during the flag-off, Elida Wong, General Manager, L’OCCITANE SEA, reflected on the significance of the event.
“Look around you. Today, we have 3,000 people lacing up together. Whether you are running with family, friends, or guiding a visually impaired partner, today we are fully equal on the exact same track.
“This morning is all about Crafting Life Ties – real human connections built step by step. These ties go far beyond the track. They are crafted by the conscious choices we make, by the hands that created your medals, and by every single person here. It’s about an entire community coming together, side by side, to make this beautiful moment happen.”
Supporting Children’s Eye Health in Kelantan
Funds donated from this year’s Race for Vision will support the launch of the Schoolchildren Refractive Error Intervention Programme in Kelantan, helping children access the vision care they need to thrive in school and daily life.
By addressing uncorrected refractive errors at an early stage, the programme seeks to improve learning outcomes, confidence and overall quality of life for school-aged children.
For L’OCCITANE Malaysia, eye health advocacy extends far beyond a single event. Race for Vision reflects the brand’s long-term commitment to making vision care more accessible while empowering communities through meaningful partnerships and sustained impact.
Turning Beauty Empties & Pre-loved Spectacles Into Meaningful Impact
In line with L’OCCITANE Malaysia’s commitment to circular sustainability, every finisher medal carried a story of environmental and social impact.
A total of 3,000 sustainable finisher medals were produced using 96kg of recycled beauty empties collected through the brand’s ongoing recycling initiatives. Designed as both a commemorative medal and a functional card holder, each piece was handcrafted by local OKU artisans from AACE and Kawan Guni.
The initiative transformed discarded beauty packaging into something meaningful while creating opportunities for the artisan community to showcase their creativity and craftsmanship.
“When you cross that finish line, you’ll receive a sustainable medal made from recycled beauty empties. But what makes it truly priceless is that every single medal was lovingly handcrafted, one by one, by talented artisans from the OKU community,” said Elida Wong.
“They told us that creating thousands of these by hand was hard work, but seeing participants wear them today makes them incredibly proud. When you put it on after the run, I want you to know that you’re wearing a piece of someone’s heart.”
Participants were also encouraged to contribute to future sustainability efforts by bringing pre-loved spectacles and empty beauty packaging for recycling, while using reusable tote bags during race kit collection. During the event, more than 236 beauty empties and 96 pairs of pre-loved spectacles were collected, giving these items a second life while supporting L’OCCITANE Malaysia’s ongoing circular sustainability initiatives and helping extend access to vision care for communities in need.
A Community Effort Powered by Shared Purpose
L’OCCITANE Malaysia expressed its appreciation to the sponsors, volunteers, beneficiaries, media partners, Sighted Guides and participants who helped make the event possible.
The brand also acknowledged the contributions of Hospital Pakar Universiti Sains Malaysia, the Malaysian Association for the Blind, Society of the Blind Malaysia, AACE, Kawan Guni and numerous partners who worked together to bring the event to life.
As Race for Vision enters its seventh year, the initiative continues to demonstrate how collective action can create meaningful change – connecting people, supporting communities and contributing to a more inclusive future.
From restoring sight to empowering artisans and reducing waste, every step taken at Race for Vision reflects L’OCCITANE Malaysia’s belief that small actions can create lasting impact for people and the planet.
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Race For Vision
Race for Vision is L’OCCITANE Malaysia’s flagship annual charity run dedicated to promoting eye health, visual inclusion and community connection. Since its inception in 2018, the initiative has brought together thousands of Malaysians to support vision-related causes, raise awareness about accessibility and create meaningful impact for underserved communities.
L’OCCITANE Foundation
L’OCCITANE founder Olivier Baussan has always been passionate about the relationship between people and nature, as well as about know-how and traditions. Since its creation in 1976, L’OCCITANE has been committed to protecting nature and the people who surround it. This commitment has taken tangible form: adding braille to most L’OCCITANE product packaging to make it accessible to those with a visual impairment, developing long-term and fair partnerships with female shea butter producers in West African countries, and protecting iconic Provence species such as lavender and almond trees. Because of this belief, the L’OCCITANE Foundation was created in 2006 and the former has guided its work ever since. The Foundation also work very closely with its subsidiaries to act in their own countries to support the better living together by reimagining ties between human and with nature, just like Malaysia.
L’OCCITANE en Provence
A Beauty Maison revealing the living force of flora since 1976, L’OCCITANE en Provence was born from a simple gesture – the distillation of rosemary – and draws its inspiration from the vibrant nature and cultures of Haute-Provence.
The Maison creates skincare, body care, fragrances and home collections formulated in France with botanical ingredients inspired by Provence and enhanced by advanced science and an environmentally conscious approach.
Today, L’OCCITANE en Provence shares its philosophy through more than 3,000 boutiques worldwide, 100 spas, 2,500 partner hotels, and its own destination, Le Couvent des Minimes, un Hôtel & Spa L’OCCITANE en Provence.
The L’OCCITANE Group is B Corp™ certified, reflecting its commitment to biodiversity, sustainability, responsible business practices and positive social impact.
Hong Kong Secures Exclusive Three-Year Deal with Tahaluf for LEAP East; Set to Return to HKCEC in 2027, Reinforcing the City’s Global I&T Leadership
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Staged over three days at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (“HKCEC”), the inaugural event utilised over 35,000 square meters of rentable space across Hall 1 and Hall 3. Positioned right on the Victoria Harbour waterfront, the landmark summit served as a global bridge, bringing 300 startups and 600 investors—collectively representing more than US$6.5 trillion in assets under management—under one roof.
HML is delighted to have welcomed the first flagship edition of LEAP ever held outside the Middle East, celebrating its conclusion as Hong Kong’s largest-ever inaugural technology event. The summit’s drawing power was significant, attracting over 25,000 professionals, policymakers, and investors, with a mix of 55% international and Chinese Mainland and 45% local participation.
Ms Monica Lee-Müller, Managing Director of HML, commented, “The resounding success of LEAP East perfectly demonstrates Hong Kong’s strategic role as a ‘super-connector’ and ‘super value-adder’ bridging economies, innovation, capital, and cultures. We are deeply grateful for the close collaboration between governments of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which made this milestone possible. This year, HML has welcomed major Asian debuts or city’s first-ever events with tremendous success. These events have shown a strong desire to return to the HKCEC next year with larger floor space, bigger crowds, and even bolder ideas—and I am absolutely delighted that LEAP East is among them.”
Ms Lee-Müller added, “In support of Hong Kong’s strategic development plans, HML will continue to position the HKCEC as a leading platform where diverse industries can demonstrate latest achievements, exchange insights and unlock new opportunities. Through our world-class facilities and professional services, the HKCEC plays a pivotal role in reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as the premier Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, Exhibitions (MICE) hub in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. The venue also serves as a gateway for enterprises from the Chinese Mainland to connect with international partners and engage with global business community. Simultaneously, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for visitors of all cultures. Our proactive efforts to introduce Muslim-friendly facilities and services have earned the HKCEC the distinction of being the first venue accredited as a Gold-standard Muslim-Friendly MICE Venue—contributing to the success of LEAP East.”
Ms Annabelle Mander, Executive Vice President of Tahaluf and co-creator of LEAP, commented, “LEAP East is far more than just an event; it is a bridge to the wider technology ecosystem. We see immense synergies between Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong, particularly in their shared ambitions and thriving technology hubs across AI, FinTech, and beyond. Hong Kong was the natural choice to launch a brand like LEAP, and the HKCEC has proven to be the ideal venue to foster collaboration and innovation. From outstanding halal dining options for our Saudi visitors to dedicated bilateral meeting rooms and prayer facilities, the venue provides everything I could want as both a host and an attendee. It has been perfect for us.”
HML applauds Tahaluf’s commitment to making Hong Kong the exclusive Asian host city for LEAP East through a three-year run, and extends sincere thanks to the Government for its unwavering support of the convention and exhibition sector.
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About the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
This award–winning 306,000–sqm building, first opened in 1988, offers 91,500 sqm of rentable space. An iconic Hong Kong landmark, the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (‘HKCEC’) is located on a prime waterfront site in the central business district of Hong Kong. It is owned by the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.
About Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Limited
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Limited (‘HML’) is a professional private management and operating company responsible for providing day–to–day management for the HKCEC, where it oversees administration, marketing, booking, scheduling, event co–ordination, maintenance and security. It also manages food and beverage operations at the HKCEC, including restaurants and catering services. HML provides world–class services for users, visitors and guests of the HKCEC, a venue which has been consistently awarded the title of ‘Best Convention and Exhibition Centre in Asia’ by leading industry professionals. Events at the HKCEC, including exhibitions, conferences, corporate meetings, entertainment events, seminars and banquets, contribute significant economic benefits to the city and help raise the international image of Hong Kong.
HML is a member of CTF Services Limited. Listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, CTF Services Limited (Hong Kong Stock Code: 659) is a conglomerate with a diversified portfolio of market-leading businesses, predominantly in Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland. The Group’s businesses include toll roads, financial services, logistics, construction, and facilities management. Through the Group’s sustainable business model, it is committed to creating more value for all stakeholders and the community.
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Aon Highlights Maturing Transaction Risk Market in Asia Pacific Region as Claims Trends Evolve
The report finds that transaction risk products, including warranty and indemnity (W&I) insurance and standalone tax liability insurance, continue to be a key consideration in Asia dealmaking. Growing underwriting capacity and wider adoption in markets such as India, Singapore and Korea have supported their integration into transaction structuring and risk management.
“As the transaction risk market across the Asia Pacific region continues to evolve, claims outcomes are shaped not only by policy coverage but also by the quality of diligence, financial analysis and post-completion integration,” said Martijn de Lange, managing director of Transaction Solutions in APAC for Aon. “We are seeing greater claims frequency and higher-severity outcomes, particularly in large and cross-border transactions, reinforcing the value of Warranty & Indemnity and tax insurance in protecting deal value. The region is also playing an increasingly important role in shaping global transaction risk trends, with claims experience reinforcing the value of structured insurance solutions in managing evolving deal risks.”
Businesses are seeing these products deliver value when claims arise, reinforcing confidence in their ability to protect deal value. APAC claims trends are now broadly aligned with global experience, with disclosure-related issues, financial statement inaccuracies, compliance breaches and tax-related exposures among the most common sources of loss.
Claims Activity Increases as Market Matures
As adoption has increased over the past decade, APAC has seen a steady rise in claims activity, providing deeper insight into claims frequency, severity and drivers of loss. In North America, according to Aon’s internal claims data as of July 2026, clients recovered over US$1 billion on transaction solutions claims in 2025 with average payouts exceeding US$10 million, and median payments reaching more than US$8.2 million – both record highs. In APAC, Aon secured more than US$26 million in claims over the past three years, including several high-severity claims.
While early claims activity was concentrated in Australia and New Zealand, where W&I insurance product was first adopted, a second wave of growth is emerging across India, South Korea and Southeast Asia.
Standalone tax liability insurance has become a regular feature of transactions in India and is gaining traction across South Korea, Japan, China and Australia. These policies are increasingly used to manage identified tax exposures, including capital gains tax exemptions, withholding taxes and net operating losses. Claims activity is expected to rise further based on current trends and as policy years mature.
High-Value Claims and Long-Tail Risks Shape the Region’s Profile
The study highlights that APAC claims are increasingly characterised by high-severity losses, particularly on large-cap and cross-border deals, with several exceeding US$10 million.
At the same time, tax and regulatory exposures continue to drive some of the region’s largest and most complex claims, often emerging several years after deal completion and contributing to a pronounced long-tail risk profile.
While operational and disclosure-related issues typically arise within the first year post-completion, tax-related claims may be notified more than five years after policy inception, reflecting audit cycles and enforcement timelines across the region.
Disclosure, Financial and Compliance Risks Drive Claims Across Sectors
Across APAC, disclosure issues, financial statement inaccuracies, compliance with laws and tax-related exposures continue to drive claims, consistent with broader global trends. Typical claim scenarios include:
- Undisclosed or misrepresented material contracts and liabilities
- Gaps between reported financials and underlying performance
- Regulatory and licensing non-compliance, particularly in highly regulated sectors
- Tax disputes involving transfer pricing, customs duties and withholding obligations
Sector-Specific Risks Continue to Evolve
The study identifies distinct patterns of loss across key industries:
- Real estate and infrastructure: claims linked to asset condition, environmental liabilities and lease obligations
- Consumer and retail: regulatory scrutiny, customer liabilities and disclosure gaps
- Technology and payments: licensing, certification and contract concentration risks
- Cross-border structures: tax and regulatory exposures on multinational and complex financing arrangements
The findings indicate that W&I and tax insurance are increasingly integrated into transaction planning strategies and risk management strategies, particularly for large and cross-border transactions where traditional seller recourse may be limited.
“As claims experience deepens across Asia Pacific, clients are becoming more confident in pursuing recovery and leveraging these solutions as part of their deal strategy,” said Anita Vivekananda, managing director of Transaction Solutions in APAC for Aon. “At the same time, the growing prevalence of long-tail tax and regulatory exposures is contributing to a more complex risk landscape, making transaction insurance an increasingly important consideration for organizations pursuing growth and investment opportunities.”
About the Report
The 2026 Global Transaction Solutions Claims Study offers insights to help Asian buyers, sellers and advisers better understand emerging claims patterns and the role insurance can play in supporting transaction outcomes over time. The 2026 study reflects continued claims engagement across transaction solutions, with Aon having supported clients on more than 2,000 claims and secured over US$3 billion in recoveries worldwide.
For further details, see the full report 2026 Global Transaction Solutions Claims Study.
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Armacell Deepens Asia‑Pacific Industry Engagement to Drive Energy Efficiency, Sustainability and Fire Safety
- Supporting Asia‑Pacific’s transition from BS 476 to the more comprehensive EN 13501‑1 fire‑classification framework
- ArmaPrene™‑based insulation, including ArmaFlex® Ultima, achieves significantly lower smoke emissions to support safer evacuation and fire‑engineering compliance
- ArmaLive Experience Centre builds industry capability through product insights, demonstrations, audits and hands‑on installation training
- Active collaborations with industry partners and relevant public-sector bodies to help shape safer built environments
- Long‑term commitment to safer, more energy‑efficient buildings through technical guidance, training and regional knowledge‑sharing
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2026 – Armacell, a global leader in flexible equipment insulation and engineered foams, deepens its collaboration with industry stakeholders across Asia‑Pacific to enhance energy efficiency, sustainability and fire‑safety standards in the built environment.
Central to this expanded engagement is the ArmaLive Experience Centre, which serves as a regional hub for training, technical insight and hands-on demonstrations. The centre is designed to support engineers, consultants, installers and regulatory professionals as they respond to increasingly performance‑based compliance requirements—particularly in the areas of sustainability, energy efficiency and fire safety.
Supporting Asia‑Pacific’s transition to modern fire‑safety standards
Across Asia-Pacific, regulators and industry professionals are steadily moving from legacy BS 476 classifications to the more comprehensive EN 13501‑1 fire-performance framework. This shift reflects a growing focus on smoke‑performance—an essential advancement, as smoke inhalation remains one of the leading causes of fatalities in building fires.
To support this transition, Armacell provides data‑driven guidance, technical resources and targeted training that help stakeholders interpret performance criteria, understand material behaviour and assess system-level implications under the newer standard. These efforts are designed to enable informed specification decisions and support safer fire-engineering outcomes across a wide range of building applications.
A prime example of Armacell’s material innovation is ArmaFlex Ultima, developed using the company’s patented ArmaPrene technology. Generating about ten times less smoke than conventional elastomeric insulation, ArmaFlex Ultima achieves Euroclass B‑s1,d0 performance, enabling specifiers and fire engineers to significantly enhance safety in critical areas such as escape routes, mechanical services and other high-risk building zones.
ArmaLive Experience Centre: Strengthening regional technical capability
Located in Singapore, the ArmaLive Experience Centre delivers an expanded programme of learning and engagement designed to strengthen technical capability across the Asia-Pacific region and raise material and installation standards. The Centre offers a range of practical and knowledge-based initiatives, including:
- Product insight sessions showcasing compliance performance, system reliability and application-specific considerations.
- Energy and acoustic audits to support sustainable mechanical design and operational optimisation.
- Hands‑on installation training to help installers improve workmanship quality, reduce system losses and meet fire-safety and performance requirements.
- Live demonstrations and scenario‑based workshops focused on insulation selection, fire‑performance criteria and correct installation techniques.
Together, these programmes foster closer collaboration among developers, engineers, consultants, contractors and regulators, deepening their understanding of how insulation solutions contribute to energy efficiency, acoustic performance and fire safety.
Driving industry standards through technical partnerships
Armacell works closely with professional associations, technical bodies and relevant public-sector organisations across Asia‑Pacific to help advance technical standards and support a safer, more sustainable built environment.
Through seminars, joint technical exchanges and shared learning initiatives, the company shares expertise in insulation selection, performance benchmarks and comparative material behaviour—strengthening compliance awareness and improving the quality of building design and system specification.
By combining advanced materials knowledge with sustained industry engagement, particularly through the ArmaLive Experience Centre, Armacell supports informed specification practices, builds regional capability and reinforces its long‑term commitment to safer, sustainable and more resilient buildings across Asia-Pacific.
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As the inventor of flexible foam for equipment insulation and a leading provider of engineered foams, Armacell develops innovative and safe thermal and mechanical insulation solutions that create sustainable value for its customers. Armacell’s products significantly contribute to driving energy efficiency worldwide.
With more than 3,100 employees and 26 production plants in 20 countries, Armacell operates two main businesses, Advanced Insulation and Engineered Foams. Armacell focuses on insulation materials for technical equipment, high-performance foams for acoustic and lightweight applications, recycled PET products, next-generation aerogel technology and passive fire protection systems.
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